Periagoge
Scenario

When ascetic practices backfire psychologically

I've been celibate for two years thinking it would enhance my spiritual practice but I'm just angry and distracted all the time now.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

Well-intentioned renunciation has created internal conflict rather than spiritual clarity, questioning whether denial of natural impulses serves authentic growth.

Your guide for this
Rumi
Rumi works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Ideas that help explain it
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Jewish mysticism — Kabbalah and Hasidism?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.